JAG Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 Love this colour so much it just loks lush against that carbon Also your number plate is prety damb awesome to Quote Link to post Share on other sites
the-dalester Posted April 26, 2009 Share Posted April 26, 2009 this looks well nice, top job to both you and idrees.looks amazing! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tayyib Posted April 27, 2009 Author Share Posted April 27, 2009 Thanks guys.just in the middle of building my fte engine up at the moment.so far i have the following, which is waiting to go in:4e-fte engine with looms & gearbox from a glanza.ct9 turbo from a GTPower steering rackfull Powerflow exhaust systemXS-power front mount intercoolerSPS race coated manifoldNightpager screamer pipeSard rrfprHks actuatorNology ht leadsTRD paddle clutchSamco Rad hosesSamco filter relocation piping, filter to front bumper Cat 1 alarmAll i need now is a HKS FCD and im all set to be running 1 bar.Bring on the boost Quote Link to post Share on other sites
laurenceharding Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 stunning transformation Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 I was joking mate, looks awsome fairplay Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tayyib Posted April 27, 2009 Author Share Posted April 27, 2009 i was toooo :thumbsup: just waiting on all the gaskets etc, should be here tomorrow, then im planning a date to take it off the road, for the conversion. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nanglebadger Posted April 27, 2009 Share Posted April 27, 2009 they will look grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreat!Phil. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Idrees Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Finally. :rockon:So, on sunday me and my brother were cleaning out the garage and whilst we were at it we decided to fit my FMIC on to the car with the custom brackets etc ready for when I fit the engine and conversion parts. plans were to start in the next month or so.Anyway, got the bumper off and we both looked at each other asking if we should just whack the engine in now...And the results are below.Fmic fitting (we didn't even fit it in the end!)A messy garage which got cleaned up very fast once we got excited about the conversion!The baby FEThe FTEGlanza dash loom getting in place along with steering columnAs it was sunday/bank holiday monday we had to work with no engine crane..Getting there..Two mounts on..A list of parts/mods.Glanza engine, gearbox and driveshaftsGlanza engine/dash loomPower steering conversion using Glanza steering rack and steering wheelGlanza indicator/wiper stalks, dials and heater controlsEngine fully servicedGlanza radiatorCT9A turbo with wastegate portedSPS race coated manifoldNightpager decat screamer pipeHKS actuatorNology HT leads with earthing pointsNGK iridium plugsAutofixed fmicPowerflow exhaust systemSARD rising rate fuel pressure regulatorSARD fuel pressure gaugeBlitz supersound bovHKS fuel cut defencerFilter relocation kit (custom)ZEP radiator capTRD/Exedi paddle clutchNew track rod endsThats all i can think of, should be a nice step up from 87bhp! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Idrees Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Few more pics from yesterday.Filter relocation kit made.we hope to be starting it up tonight. :shoot: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Russleh Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 thats some mega progress. dont usually just decide to do the swap ther and then lol. good luck with the startin up Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Galliano Posted May 6, 2009 Share Posted May 6, 2009 You don't hang about Keep on going ;) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nanglebadger Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 bloody hell thats some rapid work lads! fair play to yas!!!hope she fires up first time!Phil. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Idrees Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 It won't start, it's getting a spark now but just won't start up. We think it's the timing now.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nanglebadger Posted May 7, 2009 Share Posted May 7, 2009 hope u get it sorted mate!Phil. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Idrees Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 BAD NEWS.Got all the timing set up properly, got the car started up but it was running like a dog.Compression test showed zero compression from cylinder 3.So we're gonna put another engine in (the one I had waiting to go in mine).Pretty gutted tbh..! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Galliano Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 So we're gonna put another engine in (the one I had waiting to go in mine).Sorry, i must be missing something.. why not put the old 4efe in? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jozinobi Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Shit man.Hope all goes well with the other engine guys.Joz Quote Link to post Share on other sites
boxy lover Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 thats some progress but shite luck hope you get it sorted Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nanglebadger Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 ah lads thats a real bitch that!!! but at least u have plan B to fall back on which will allow u to continue to make progress with this motor! hope the 2nd engine goes better for u!Phil. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Idrees Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Sorry, i must be missing something.. why not put the old 4efe in?After all that work your telling me you'd stick the NA engine back in? No chance. I wouldn't ever let him do that, hence me donating my engine to him!!I can wait for a new one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nanglebadger Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 spoken like a true sibling! well said that man! thats the generous spirit UKSC was built on.well played that man, well played.Phil. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
boxy lover Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 wow idrees your a good brother fair play to you i'd never give my brother an engine the little cunt Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Idrees Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 (Its Idrees's bro) cant seem to be able to logout and login on my user...I didnt want to take his engine, But he started coming out with stuff like if u dont put it in i'll f'in do it.So i'm now fitting his engine in mine and then buying him another once i've cleared my bills.feel gutted about this one f*ckin up, but cars are a headache which is always the matter with any car.I've just removed the rad, intercooler pipes & disconnected all the wiring.Hopefully by early afternoon tomorrow i'll have the engine back out, and be removing all the turbo kit etc..by the way thanks bro (To Idrees) xXx Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dean @RW-Developments Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 nice progress such a shame about the engine! id use an engine crane so much easier Quote Link to post Share on other sites
boxy lover Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 (Its Idrees's bro) cant seem to be able to logout and login on my user...I didnt want to take his engine, But he started coming out with stuff like if u dont put it in i'll f'in do it.So i'm now fitting his engine in mine and then buying him another once i've cleared my bills.feel gutted about this one f*ckin up, but cars are a headache which is always the matter with any car.I've just removed the rad, intercooler pipes & disconnected all the wiring.Hopefully by early afternoon tomorrow i'll have the engine back out, and be removing all the turbo kit etc..by the way thanks bro (To Idrees) xXxyeah i guess its fair if your getting an engine for your bro it's not great fun after spending so much time and money on your own engine to find out it fecked but good luck to you connor Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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